Mount Laurel (Mud Run)
Key Takeaway
Mount Laurel (Mud Run) is classified as high hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1879 and is 147 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 76.2% in PA) |
| Dam Length | 1,124 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 852 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 622 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1879 (147 years old) |
| NID ID | PA00690 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mount Laurel (Mud Run)?
Mount Laurel (Mud Run) is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mount Laurel (Mud Run)?
Mount Laurel (Mud Run) is owned by SCHUYLKILL COUNTY MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mount Laurel (Mud Run) built?
Mount Laurel (Mud Run) was completed in 1879, making it 147 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Mount Laurel (Mud Run)?
Mount Laurel (Mud Run) serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mount Laurel (Mud Run)?
Mount Laurel (Mud Run) has a dam height of 39 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Mount Laurel (Mud Run) last inspected?
Mount Laurel (Mud Run) was last inspected on December 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.